But for others, they can often make spaces seem smaller and at times darker. If you fall in the latter group, dont worry. Read on to find out how you’re able to make ceilings taller with these seven design tips. Emily Henderson Design/ Photo by Tessa Neustadt Want more design inspiration? Let Art Do the Talking Arbor & Co. So, consider hanging the artwork just a few inches higher. Alvin Wayne Interiors...
According tofeng shui principles, the bedroom is the most important room in your home. The Spruce / Michela Buttignol Want more design inspiration? It’s important because that’s where you spend upwards of a third of your life. The Spruce / Michela Buttignol The best headboards are solid, without any perforations. A small number of books is also acceptable, as long as their titles and content are positive. Leave the war novels and sad memoirs to another room....
This goes for ahome office, a work office, or a cubicle. If you have a co-working space, its especially imperative to also have a permanent desk somewhere. So, even if you have a day job (or no job! imaginima / Getty Images ), you still possess a reason for being, or as the French say, yourraison d’etre. Your desk is the symbol of your purpose in life. Note: Glass desks are not recommended for feng shui....
Thus, it’s crucial to know the best way to feed your orchid collection. If you are using specialty orchid fertilizers, check that to follow the label directions precisely. It’s increasingly easy to find specialized “bloom-boosters” that offer nutrient balances designed to enhance orchid flowering. The Spruce / Letícia Almeida However, not all orchids will respond well to bloom-booster fertilizer products, so consider skipping them. This means that most orchids need a weekly feeding, but with afertilizer mixturethat is more diluted than normal....
These might be tiny holes created by finish nails or even tinier pinprick holes resulting from powerbrad nailersor finishnailers. This simple project requires only a few tools, yet the results will help your project look truly professional. There are two main types ofwood fillers: water-based fillers and solvent-based fillers. The Spruce / Margot Cavin Water-based wood fillers are adequate for most interior applications. With interior nail holes, however, you don’t need the filler to be very strong at all....
This leaves a slight divot that must be filled before the wall can be painted. Either punch in of hole can be easily filled with ordinary drywall joint compound. It is among the simplest of all DIY home repairs. The Spruce / Margot Cavin This is a much easier product to use than a powdered compound that requires mixing with water. On very small holes, you could use a similar product, often calledspackle....
Or perhaps you’ve spent time searching for a way to decorate the space. The one exception: the gap is very high and safety becomes an issue. Always use a sturdy step stool or ladder when cleaning high places. The Spruce / Candace Madonna Want more cleaning and organizing tips? Roll out the paper and trim it to fit. Then, add a reminder to your calendar to remove and replace the paper at least twice a year....
Or, “How do I knowwhat to keep, sell, or throw away?” Lucky for you, I have a few answers. Here’s my tried-and-true strategy forgetting rid of old, unwanted itemsonce you’ve decluttered your home. Design byEmily Henderson Design/ Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp And if they are, they’ll go in the trash. Things to Consider Before Throwing Out Items Want more cleaning and organizing tips? We’ve even used other pairs of socks or linens as dust rags before....
But garages are so much more functional when they’re properly decluttered, set up, and organized. Want more cleaning and organizing tips? This should guide all the organization and storage decisions you make. Getty Images / Edwin Tan Install Shelving AdShooter / Getty Images Shelving is an organization must-have for most garages. Just check that whatever shelving you use can support the weight of what will be put on it. Unsure on whether you should keep a few things?...
Here’s how to get that pantry in order (and keep it that way!) with a little help from an organizing professional. Take everything out and toss any food that has expired or looks a bit suspect. MJ Roda Fotografia / Getty Images check that everything that’s in the pantry belongs in it. To do this, sort items into categories before placing them back into the pantry. Use Bins to Keep Things Tidy Bins are key to getting (and keeping!...
Want more cleaning and organizing tips? Hang Self-Adhesive Hooks Cake & Confetti Use self-adhesive hooks to hold large spools of ribbon or twine. Stand ribbon spools up vertically one next to the other to make them visible and easily accessible. Miguel Sotomayor / Getty Images Stash Ribbon in Drawers Organize gift-wrapping supplies in drawers for keep everything in one spot. This is particularly well-suited for a small space or above a desk....
Both are signs that your pool is losing water and you have a leak. Generally, a leak in an above-ground pool is not terrible to find. Since it is above ground you have the luxury of having the exterior and all theplumbing/mechanicals exposed. Rep0rter / Getty Images Make note of the condition of all of these before your touch anything. Turn the Pump Off Turnthe pumpoff. This is so the water stays as still as possible to find the leak....
If you’re familiar withfinding studsbehind drywall, locating studs behindceramic or porcelain tileis more complex. Tile walls are thicker thandrywall. All of these things complicate the search. Jan Olofsson / EyeEm / Getty Images Apply a strip of painter’s tape horizontally across the surface. Above or below the tape, pass the stud finder across the tile surface from side to side. After making multiple marks, you may begin to see a pattern develop....
